The tomato belongs to the mid-season varieties. After planting the seedlings, the fruits will fully ripen in 110–120 days. The type of culture is indeterminate, standard. Growing occurs successfully both in open ground and in greenhouse conditions.
Characteristics of the Giant Novikov
After ripening, tomatoes acquire a bright crimson color. The fruits have a round, flattened, fleshy, deeply ribbed shape. The tomato produces a large harvest: from 500 to 900 grams - the weight of one tomato. Fruits until the first frost.
In terms of taste, many varieties are inferior to Giant Novikov. The tomato has a sugary, sweet and juicy taste.
The fruits are not stored for long; after picking, they are recommended to be eaten immediately or processed.
Description of the characteristics of the variety:
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- has excellent taste and aroma;
- large-fruited variety;
- has good immunity to various diseases;
- tolerant of water shortages;
- low yield;
- Not every soil composition and type is suitable for growing.
The tomato was developed in the Soviet Union through selective breeding. In 1990 he earned a registration place.
Landing Features
Seedlings are seeded 60 days before sowing in the ground. After ripening, the seedlings are planted in open ground or a greenhouse. There should be no more than 4 bushes per 1 m² of land. You should dig a deep hole, add one bucket of manure, 0.5 liters of ash, and a handful of complex fertilizers.
The bushes grow up to 2 meters high with a large number of juicy fruits. In greenhouse conditions, giant tomatoes produce less yield than in open ground, which may be due to the tight space inside the greenhouse.
During growth, it is recommended to tie up the trunk and place supports under the branches so that the bush does not break off. According to the advice of experienced summer residents, it is recommended to feed tomatoes 5 times throughout the entire growing season.
Which regions are suitable for cultivation?
This variety of tomato takes root faster in southern latitudes in open ground. In greenhouse conditions, it bears fruit well in the middle latitudes of the country. In the northern regions, it is better to grow tomatoes in well-heated greenhouse conditions.
Methods of use
An excellent variety for preparing various pickles, twists and simple dishes.
But for canning whole fruits, it is still better to choose other varieties. The giant tomato is suitable for barrel pickling, tomato juice, paste and puree. It is recommended to eat it raw, as the fruit is rich in vitamins and microelements.
Diseases and pests
Tomato Giant Novikova has good resistance to various fungi. A tomato can get sick if it has not been properly cared for. The right conditions for a good harvest are regular watering, good lighting of the area and fresh air.
If the plant becomes sick with root rot, it is worth reducing the amount of watering. The soil around the root of the plant is raked and a mixture of sawdust, peat and sand is added.
The most dangerous insects:
- potato scoop (destroyed by loosening the soil);
- Colorado potato beetle (Prestige works well against it);
- aphids and spider mites (they die when exposed to the drug “Bison”);
- slugs (the soil is sprinkled with sand).
Reviews from experienced gardeners say that tomatoes always produce a stable, large harvest. But it’s worth thinking about additional fertilizing to grow fruits up to 1 kg.
It is recommended to pay attention to pest attacks, which can occur frequently due to the sweetness and juiciness of the crop.
According to the characteristics of the Giant Novikova tomato (reviews, photos, yield), it has truly unique properties: juiciness, depth of taste and size of the fruit tempt many summer residents to plant this variety in their garden. Beginners are also recommended to try planting it in the garden - with experience and perseverance they will be able to achieve a good harvest.
